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Friday, January 30, 2015

There’s no denying winter is here. Despite the often bitter cold, our patrol officers layer up and head out day and night to serve and protect our communities. Here is a sample of their good works. These are the Patrol Officers of the Month for December.

District I Patrol Officer of the Month

Police Officer Davinder Singh

On December 6, 2014, while on patrol near 57th Avenue and Jefferson Trail, Police Officer Davinder Singh initiated a traffic stop for a traffic violation. During the stop, Officer Singh detected the smell of burning marijuana coming from the car and also noticed the driver appeared to be under the influence of alcohol. Officer Singh called for backup. That’s when the driver jumped from the car and began running away. Officer Singh quickly caught him. Cocaine was found in the car. The driver was arrested.

District II Patrol Officer of the Month

Police Officer Rodalfo Dominguez

On December 12, 2014, Police Officer Rodalfo Dominguez responded to a residential burglary in progress on Hobart Court. When he arrived, Officer Dominguez saw three suspects running from the home. Officer Dominguez immediately began to run after them while providing a detailed description of the three suspects. Officer Dominguez was able to keep one suspect in sight when the suspects split up. Officer Dominguez caught one of the suspects. A short while later, the other two suspects were found and arrested.

District III Patrol Officers of the Month

Police Officer John Jacob

Police Officer Xavier Pena

On December 15, 2014, while a patrolling in the 5000 block of Silver Hill Court, Police Officer John Jacob and Police Officer Xavier Pena noticed two people seated in two different cars, one with an open alcohol container on top of the car. Police Officers Jacob and Pena also detected a strong odor of freshly burned marijuana coming from one car. As the officers got closer, one occupant got out of one of the cars and began to run away.

While running, the suspect reached for his waistband several times and disobeyed orders to stop. The fleeing suspect eventually slipped and fell on wet grass. The two officers got into a brief struggle with the suspect in an attempt to get control of the suspect’s hands. A loaded handgun was in the suspect’s waistband and was quickly recovered by the officers. The suspect also had heroin on him. When the officers returned to the parked cars, they also recovered a handgun from the second suspect who had stayed in the car. Both suspects were arrested.

District IV Patrol Officer of the Month

Police Officer Michael Bem

On December 18, 2014, while on patrol, Police Officer Michael Bem saw a car run through a stop sign. When Officer Bem conducted a traffic stop on the car on 28th Avenue, he detected a strong odor of marijuana coming from the car. A search of the car revealed 50 grams of marijuana, methamphetamine and crack cocaine. The driver was arrested.

District V Patrol Officer of the Month

Police Officer Megan Starr

On December 18, 2014, Police Officer Megan Starr responded to Lucky Lure Drive in Clinton for a report of squatters living in a bank-owned property. When backup officers arrived, Officer Starr spoke to a man who opened the front door. Officer Starr immediately detected an odor of marijuana coming from inside. The suspect was asked to step outside and the house was checked for additional suspects. Inside the home, a loaded gun, illegal drugs and drug paraphernalia were recovered. The suspect was arrested.

District VI Patrol Officer of the Month

Police officer Michael Risher

On December 11, 2014, Police Officer Michael Risher, conducted a traffic stop on a car that was driving aggressively in Laurel. When Officer Risher approached to talk to the driver, he smelled burning marijuana coming from the car. The driver was evasive while answering questions and acting in a suspicious manner. When backup officers arrived, Officer Risher asked the driver to step out of the car. A search of the car revealed a handgun and ammunition in the driver’s side floorboard. The suspect was arrested.

Thursday, January 29, 2015

The Prince George’s County PoliceDepartment’s Robbery Unit released surveillance video of a brazen pharmacy robbery in District Heights.

On the video, the three suspects are seen jumping the counter and confronting an employee. One of the suspects had a gun and a second had a can of pepper spray. The suspects fill a bag with various medications, grab cash and then run out of the pharmacy. The employees were not hurt.

This robbery took place on January 10, 2015, at about 11:15 am. It occurred in the 6100 block of Old Silver Hill Road. Our detectives believe these three suspects are also responsible for similar crimes in a neighboring jurisdiction.

Prince George’s County Crime Solvers is offering a $1,000 reward for information in this case. Our law enforcement partners at the FBI’s Baltimore Division are offering an additional $5,000.

Anyone with information on this investigation is asked to call the CID/Robbery Unit at 301-772-4905. Callers can remain anonymous by calling CRIME SOLVERS at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). You may also text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.comand submit a tip online.

For more information, please call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Media Relations Division at 301-772-4710.

Wednesday, January 28, 2015

Hang up and call us next. We’re looking for this bank robbery suspect. He robbed a branch in the 8200 block of Annapolis Road in Hyattsville on January 24, 2015, at about 2:40 pm. The suspect passed a note demanding cash. The teller complied. The suspect took the money and walked out. If you know his identity, please call our detectives at 301-772-4905. We’re offering a cash reward in this case. If you want to stay anonymous, call 1-866-411-TIPS.

Bank Robbery Suspect

We’re also looking for this suspect who robbed a bank in the 4400 block of East West Highway in Riverdale. On January 24, 2015, at about 1:55 pm, he approached a teller and demanded cash. After getting the money, the suspect walked out. Please call our detectives if you know who this man is. You can either call 301-772-4905 or 1-866-411-TIPS. There’s a cash reward available to the tipster who helps us make an arrest.

Discount Store Robbery Suspect

Please take a good look at these photos. We are looking for this suspect. He pulled out a gun and robbed a discount store in the 6600 block of Marlboro Pike in District Heights on January 23, 2015, shortly before 10:00 pm. The suspect walked up to employees and demanded cash. Our detectives would like to talk to anyone who has information on this suspect. Call 301-772-4905 or Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS.

Person of Interest

We know
what he looks like, now we need his name. Investigators are working to identify
the man in the dark jacket in these photos. They would like to talk to him about
an attempted burglary in the 6700 block of New Hampshire Avenue on January 13, 2015. Please call our detectives with any information at 301-699-2601.

Convenience Store Robbery

This suspect targeted a convenience store in the 5000 block of Garrett Avenue in Beltsville. At about 10:45 pm on January 22, 2015, he walked into the store and demanded money. Once he got cash, he ran from the store toward Baltimore Avenue. Please call our investigators at 301-772-4905 with any details on his identity.

Convenience Store Robbery

Our Robbery Unit detectives are also working to identify this suspect. He targeted a convenience store in the 7000 block of Central Avenue in Capitol Heights around 10:15 pm on January 27, 2015. In this case, the suspect walked in, pulled out a gun and ordered employees to hand over cash. He then ran from the business. Please call detectives with any information at 301-772-4905.

Tuesday, January 27, 2015

Updated January 27, 2015: One of the victims has been released from the hospital. The second victim remains hospitalized in critical condition. Dunmore is now out of the hospital and in custody of the Department of Corrections where he is being held on a no bond status.The Prince George’s County Police Department charged a teenager for shooting two other teens inside his Clinton home. The suspect is 16-year-old Delano Dunmore of the 7900 block of Clendinnen Drive. He’s charged as an adult in this case. He faces two counts of attempted first degree murder, two counts of attempted second degree murder and assault charges.

On January 25, 2015, at about 3:50 pm, patrol officers were called to the 7900 block of Clendinnen Drive for a shooting. When they arrived, patrol officers found three teenage males suffering from gunshot wounds. One of the victims was critically hurt. A second victim suffered non-life threatening injuries. The victims are 16 and 17 years old. The preliminary investigation reveals Dunmore shot the two teens and then shot himself. His injuries are non-life threatening.

The investigation suggests an argument between the teens escalated into the shootings. Dunmore is in custody at a hospital and is being held on a no bond status.

Friday, January 23, 2015

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal collision in Morningside. The victim is 62-year-old Lori Debra Wood-Knox of Morgan Road in Morningside.

On January 23, 2015, shortly after 6:30 am, officers with the Morningside Police Department and the Prince George’s County Police Department were called to the intersection of Allies Road and Randolph Road for the report of a collision. When the officers arrived, they found Wood-Knox suffering from critical injuries. She was pronounced dead on scene.

The preliminary investigation reveals Wood-Knox was on Allies Road, when for reasons which remain under investigation, her van left the roadway and struck a tree.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at (301) 731-4422. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com.

Prince George’s County Police detectives will canvass a Laurel community this evening to pass out Crime Solvers flyers in connection with a homicide that occurred yesterday. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered in this case.

The victim is identified as 23-year-old Tyrone Archer, Jr., of Laurel Walk Way in Laurel.

On January 22, 2015, at about 3:45 pm, patrol officers were called to the 8200 block of Imperial Drive for the report of a shooting. When they arrived, officers found Archer outside suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead on the scene.

Detectives are working to identify the suspect(s) and motive in this case.

The canvass will begin this evening at 6:00 pm. Detectives will begin in the 8200 block of Imperial Drive.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit at 301-772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call CRIME SOLVERS at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.comand submit a tip online.

For more information, please contact the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Media Relations Division at 301-772-4710.

Updated January 23, 2015: The victim is 23-year-old Tyrone Archer, Jr., of Laurel Walk Way in Laurel. Anyone with information on this homicide is urged to call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS. You will not be asked for your name. A reward of up to $25,000 dollars is available.The Prince George’s County Police Department is investigating a homicide in Laurel. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered in this case.

On January 22, 2015, at about 3:45 pm, patrol officers were called to the 8200 block of Imperial Drive for the report of a shooting. When they arrived, officers found a man outside suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead on the scene.

Detectives are working to identify the suspect(s) and establish a motive in this case.

Anyone with information about this homicide is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit at 301-772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call CRIME SOLVERS at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com and submit a tip online.

For more information, please contact the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Media Relations Division at 301-772-4710.

Updated January 26, 2015: The victim is 53-year-old Adjoko Lassey of Normandy Road in Landover. Anyone with information on this collision is asked to please call our investigators at 301-731-4422.The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal pedestrian collision in Landover.

On January 23, 2015, at about 6:00 am, patrol officers were called to the intersection of Landover Road and Matthew Henson Avenue for the report of a pedestrian collision. When they arrived, they found a woman in the roadway suffering from critical injuries. She was pronounced dead on the scene.

The preliminary investigation reveals the victim was crossing Landover Road when she was hit by a car. The victim was not in a crosswalk at the time. The driver stayed on the scene.

The victim’s name will be released when her family has been notified.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at (301) 731-4422. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com.

Updated January 23, 2015: A second suspect is now in custody in connection with this homicide. He’s 20-year-old Davonte Denzel McKissick of the 400 block of Mellon Street in Southeast Washington. Officers arrested McKissick last night in the District. He’s currently in custody in DC awaiting extradition to Prince George’s County. He’s charged with first degree murder

Davonte McKissick

Jawaun Nelson

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit arrested a suspect in connection with the murder of 20-year-old Jamal Allen of Suitland. The suspect is 19-year-old Jawaun Anthony Nelson of the 6100 block of Hil Mar Drive in District Heights.

On January 11, 2015, at about 5:35 pm, patrol officers were called to the 2700 block of Sweetwater Court for the report of a shooting. When they arrived, they found Allen inside a car suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead on the scene. Detectives do not believe this was a random act.

Nelson was arrested last night in the District. He’s currently in custody in DC awaiting extradition to Prince George’s County. He is charged with first degree murder.

Anyone with information about this homicide is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit at 301-772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call CRIME SOLVERS at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com and submit a tip online.

For more information, please contact the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Media Relations Division at 301-772-4710.

Thursday, January 22, 2015

Our area is certainly feeling winter’s grip this week, but that’s not stopping PGPD officers from jumping into the icy waters of the Chesapeake Bay this Friday. They’ll bravely take part in the 19th Annual Polar Bear Plunge. Our officers will join other law enforcement partners from across Maryland for the event which benefits Special Olympics Maryland.

When: Friday, January 23, 2015

Time: 12:00 pm

Where: Sandy Point State Park

Annapolis, MD

For more information, please contact the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Media Relations Division at 301-772-4710.

Wednesday, January 21, 2015

The suspect in the top photo is pointing – and now we’re hoping you can help point us in the right direction to find him and his accomplice. Our investigation links the men to two thefts at drugstores on January 8, 2015. The suspects stole items from a store in the 3000 block of Queens Chapel Road in Hyattsville at about 4:30 pm. Roughly 30 minutes later, the same suspects targeted a drugstore in the 5000 block of Sargent Road in Chillum. No one was hurt in either case. If you have any information on their identities, please call 301-699-2601 or Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS. Tipsters never have to give their name and could get a cash reward.

Armed Robbery Suspects

The two suspects in these photos are wanted in connection with an armed robbery in the 2000 block of Arundel Road in Mount Rainier. The investigation reveals one of the suspects approached the victim and demanded his property. The victim was not hurt. The robbery took place on January 18, 2015, at about 12:45 am. Anyone with information on this case is asked to please call 301-699-2601.

Capitol Heights Homicide

Our Homicide Unit is working to identify the suspect(s) in a homicide in Capitol Heights. The victim is 24-year-old Earl Atwood Ross of Coral Gardens Court. On January 20, 2015, at about 10:15 am, patrol officers were called to the 1300 block of Coral Gardens Court for the report of a shooting. When they arrived, officers found Ross outside of a home suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at a hospital a short time later. The preliminary investigation suggests this was not a random act. Anyone with information is urged to call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS. A reward of up to $25,000 is available. Tipsters never have to give their name

Armed Robbery Suspect

Robbery Unit detectives are looking for the suspect in this photo who is wearing rather distinctive burgundy pants. He’s wanted for robbing a business in the 3100 block of Queens Chapel Road on January 20, 2015. The suspect walked into the business around 10:45 am and demanded cash from an employee. After grabbing money, the suspect walked out. If you have any information on this case, please call 301-772-4905 or call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS.

Tuesday, January 20, 2015

Updated January 21, 2015: The victim is 24-year-old Earl Atwood Ross of Coral Gardens Court in Capitol Heights. Detectives are working to identify a suspect(s) in this case. The preliminary investigation suggests this was not a random act. Anyone with information is urged to call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS. A reward of up to $25,000 is available. Tipsters never have to give their name.The Prince George’s County Police Department is investigating a homicide in Capitol Heights. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered in this case.

On January 20, 2015, at about 10:15 am, patrol officers were called to the 1300 block of Coral Gardens Court for the report of a shooting. When they arrived, officers found a man outside of a home suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at a hospital a short time later.

Detectives are working to identify the suspect(s) and motive in this case.

The victim’s name will be released once his family has been notified.

Anyone with information about this homicide is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit at 301-772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call CRIME SOLVERS at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com and submit a tip online.

For more information, please contact the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Media Relations Division at 301-772-4710.

Prince George’s County Police Chief Mark Magaw will attend the 2015 State of the Union Address tonight.

Maryland Congresswoman Donna F. Edwards (MD-4) invited Chief Magaw to attend the event as her guest. Congresswoman Edwards extended the invitation to highlight our county’s historic drop in crime over the last four years as well as to highlight the efforts of the PGPD and all law enforcement to serve and protect.

For more information, please contact the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Media Relations Division at 301-772-4710.

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit made a quick arrest in Sunday’s homicide in Croom. The suspect is 25-year-old Lemuel Alonzo Brown, Jr. of the 200 block of Polling House Road in Harwood, MD.

On January 18, 2015, just before 3:00 am, patrol officers were called to the 7000 block of Crain Highway for the report of a shooting. When they arrived, patrol officers found 31-year-old James Ryan Burch of Harwood, MD, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead on the scene.

The victim and suspect were acquaintances. The preliminary investigation suggests the two men got into an argument that escalated into the fatal shooting.

Homicide detectives quickly identified Brown as the suspect and obtained an arrest warrant charging him with first degree murder. Brown turned himself into authorities in a neighboring jurisdiction. Brown is currently in custody at the Prince George’s County Department of Corrections on a no bond status.

For more information, please contact the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Media Relations Division at 301-772-4710.

Monday, January 19, 2015

They are crimes of opportunity and are often preventable. A driver is pumping gas and a thief targets their car. The thief quietly opens a door and snatches a valuable item that’s out in plain view. In these cold winter months, criminals also target cars which owners are warming up and leave unattended. Within seconds, the suspect has driven off in the car.

The number of thefts from cars is down 30% countywide so far this year. The PGPD is committed to lowering that number even more, in part by working with our community on prevention. On Tuesday, District II COPS officers will educate morning commuters about these crimes and how best to prevent them.

When: Tuesday, January 20, 2015

Time:7:00 am

Where:Safeway Gas Station 12410 Fairwood Pkwy Bowie, MD 20716

This video contains critical information on how best to prevent thefts from cars. Please take a moment and watch this safety video. Our best advice – Hide it. Lock it. Keep it.

Sunday, January 18, 2015

Updated: January 18, 2015: The victim is 31-year-old James Ryan Burch of Solomons Island Road in Harwood, MD. Anyone with information on this case is urged to call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS. An up to $25,000 reward is available.The Prince George’s County Police Department is investigating a homicide in Croom. On January 18, 2015, just before 3:00 am, patrol officers were called to the 7000 block of Crain Highway, Croom, for a report of a shooting. Once on scene, patrol officers found a man suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead on the scene.

Based on the preliminary investigation, detectives do not believe this was a random act. Investigators are still working to identify the suspect(s) in this case.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit at 301-772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call CRIME SOLVERS at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com and submit a tip online.

For more information, please contact the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Media Relations Division at 301-772-4710.